Forest Edge - Nature Lovers' Retreat Knysna

Forest Edge - Nature Lovers' Retreat

Guest accommodation Forest Edge - Nature Lovers' Retreat 0 class

Knysna, Farm 118, Edge of Indigenous Knysna Forest

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Off the beaten track, nestling in the Indigenous Knysna Millwood Forest, this is an award-winning, authentic, affordable self-catering haven for nature-loving families, stressed-out city-dwellers, adventurers and honeymooners.

At Forest Edge, you can experience a day full of greenery by taking forest walks, picnics or cycling trail adventures. You could also simply laze in a hammock, or visit Knysna and its breathtaking lagoon, just 20 minutes away.

Rejuvenate with a hot, outdoor shower or in the indoor bath and unwind on the veranda. Light a barbecue under the amazing night sky and in winter, enjoy a book or a film by the cosy log-fire.

Forest Edge offers unparalleled privacy, intimacy and tranquillity … and two acrobatic donkeys!

Rooms: 5
Rate: 450 - 900 ZAR

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Hotel information

Forest Edge has recently won an Award for the Best Self-catering Cottages in South Africa. To quote the awarding agency: "Forest Edge offers the real deal for nature lovers where they can experience privacy, tranquillity and romance in affordable self-catering accommodation. This property consistently improves year after year. Well done."

Hotel Facilities

General:   Parking , Pets Allowed, 24-Hour Front Desk, Garden, Non-Smoking Rooms, Free Parking, Express Check-In/Check-Out, Safety Deposit Box, Heating, Gay Friendly
Activities:   Massage, Children's Playground, Library, Hiking, BBQ Facilities, Cycling
Services:   Laundry, Bridal Suite, Internet Services, Bicycle Rental

Area information

Among other options, within a 20-minute radius you can:
Experience a healing massage.
Stroll through the historic Portland Manor.
Bathe in a secluded rock pool in a clear, forest stream.
Horse-ride, hike, cycle, swim, canoe, sea kayak, rock climb, abseil or golf.
Be lulled by the Outeniqua Choo-Choo steam train.
Have a luxury ferry boat ride to the Featherbed Reserve.
Take a Whale and Dolphin Ocean tour.
Explore Knysna's restaurants, waterfront, movie house, and shops.

Travel information

■ By car

From George or Knysna:
- Turn north at the Rheenendal turn-off (not far from the Knysna Lagoon).
- Continue on Rheenendal Road for a 11.5 km.
- Pass the Rheenendal post office/petrol station and turn right at the Bibby's Hoek sign.
- Follow the dirt road for 2.2 km, until you reach the intersection at the entrance to the State Forest.
- Turn left and continue for 1.5 km.
- Forest Edge is the last property on this road.

Hotel Policies

Check In:   14:00-22:00
Check Out:   07:00-10:00
Cancellation policy:   Cancellation Policy: If cancelled up to 10 days before date of arrival, 50 percent of all nights will be charged.
If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.

Children and Extra Bed Policy: All children are welcome.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.
Maximum capacity of babycots in a room is 1.

Deposit Policy: 50 percent of the total amount will be charged on the day of booking and is non-refundable.

VAT and city/tourist taxes: 14 % VAT is not included.
Service charge is included.
1.00 % city/tourist tax per room per night is not included.

Internet: Internet via modem is available in public areas and costs ZAR 50.00 per 30 minutes.

Meal Plan: This hotel has no meal services.

Parking: Free private parking is possible on site.

Pets: Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.


The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
Accepted credit cards:   American Express, Euro/Mastercard, No creditcards accepted, only cash, Visa